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Carlos Guardado

Reseda,California

Summary

Seasoned LVN Charge Nurse with a proven track record at Newstart, specializing in patient care coordination and medication administration. Excelled in team collaboration and HIPAA compliance, significantly enhancing quality improvement measures. Demonstrated expertise in medical records management and infection control, contributing to a safer patient environment.

Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in patient care and team leadership. Managed nursing staff effectively and ensured high-quality patient outcomes in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment and care coordination.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LVN Charge Nurse

Newstart
03.2023 - Current
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
  • Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.

LVN Charge Nurse

Angel Care
02.2013 - 02.2023
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.

LVN Charge Nurse

UCP
01.2010 - 05.2012
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Casa Loma
Los Angeles, CA
03-2007

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient care coordination
  • Team collaboration
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Quality improvement
  • Medical records management

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - California Board of Nursing.
  • Certified IV Therapist (CIT) - Infusion Nurses Society.
  • Pharmacology for Nurses, LPN/LVN Certificate Program – Various Continuing Education Providers.

Languages

English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

LVN Charge Nurse

Newstart
03.2023 - Current

LVN Charge Nurse

Angel Care
02.2013 - 02.2023

LVN Charge Nurse

UCP
01.2010 - 05.2012

Associate of Science - Nursing

Casa Loma

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